Hark launches Hark Pro AI agent ahead of 2027 hardware debut

The strategic bet here is on continuity between software and hardware: Hark is shipping the agent now, with dedicated cloud infrastructure for memory and task execution, while the companion devices remain years out. That sequencing matters because it lets the company accumulate usage and personalization data before hardware arrives, but it also means the app must stand on its own against established assistants. The open questions are whether an agent that acts on a user's behalf can earn enough trust for tasks like purchases, and whether the free-to-paid tiering converts without the hardware hook.